Make Your Own Lovely Modern Copper Hanging Light Fixture

Copper lighting fixtures have been popping up all over the place lately, and these modern pieces are striking in almost any home. But if the prices of the pre-made fixtures make you flinch, the DIY-ers at Design Milk have you covered. They’ve put together a fantastic, easy-to-follow tutorial to help you make your own for much less than the retail versions.

The tools you’ll need to assemble are relatively easy to find in any hardware store. You’ll also need a lighting kit, which can be purchased cheaply at IKEA or any number of other stores.

Then comes the crafty part: curving the soft copper pipe, measuring, and attaching all of the pieces. Although the project is relatively uncomplicated, it might not be the best first project for a true DIY novice.

When you’re done, you’ll have a stunning copper fixture that adds a bit of warmth to wherever it hands. The copper lines throw interesting shadows around the room, and the project is very customizable with different materials and different colors.